Amel Larrieux
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Amel Larrieux is an R&B singer in the 90's. she has released fours albums Infinite Possibilities, Bravebird, Morning and Lovely Standards.
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[edit] About
Amel Larrieux was born on March 8, 1973 in Manhattan, New York. Daughter to a dance critic and professor was surrounded by a creative atmosphere. In 1995, Amel’s musical career began by forming Groove Theory with Bryce Luvah (Bryce Wilson). The duo landed a contract with Epic Records releasing the single “Tell Me” and their debut album Sweetback. The single entered the Top 20 R&B Charts. In 2001, the Groove Theory officially disbanded.
In 2000, Larrieux released her debut album, Infinite Possibilities, which she co-wrote and co-produced under Epic Records. It entered the Billboard 200 and peaked at #21 in the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. The singles “Get Up” and “Down” were a hit. In 2004, Bravebird was issued. It was at #5 on the Top Independent Albums. It was followed by Morning in 2006 with the lead single “Weary” and “No One Else”. “No One Else” was included in the film, Why Did I Get Married. In 2007, Lovely Standards hit record bars selling 3,700 copies on its first week of its release. She was also featured on Best of 2Pac Part 1: Thug album later that year.
[edit] Chart Toppers
| Year | Title | Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks | Hot Dance Music/Club Play | Billboard Hot 100 | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Get Up | 37 | 41 | 97 | Infinite Possibilities |
| 2000 | Sweet Misery | 81 | Infinite Possibilities | ||
| 2004 | For Real | 45 | Bravebird |
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[edit] Tours & Concerts
Sep 10 2008 - The Birchmere Alexandria, Virginia
Sep 11 2008 - The Birchmere Alexandria, Virginia
Sep 19 2008 - Yoshis Oakland, California
Sep 20 2008 - Yoshis Oakland, California
Sep 21 2008 - Yoshis Oakland, California
Sep 25 2008 - Catalina Los angeles, California
Sep 26 2008 - Catalina Los angeles, California
Sep 27 2008 - Catalina Los angeles, California
Sep 28 2008 - Catalina Los angeles, California
Oct 23 2008 - Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley Seattle, Washington
Oct 24 2008 - Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley Seattle, Washington
Oct 25 2008 - Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley Seattle, Washington
Oct 26 2008 - Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley Seattle, Washington
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[edit] Albums
 February 15, 2000 550 Music |
 January 20, 2004 Blisslife |
 April 25, 2006 Blisslife |
 May 22, 2007 Bliss Life |
[edit] Singles
| Year | Single | Label | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Get Up | 550 Music | Infinite Possibilities |
| 2000 | Sweet Misery | 550 Music | Infinite Possibilities |
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[edit] Trivia
- Her father is a European American of French, English, and Scottish descent.
- She has a husband, Laru, and two daughters Sanji Rei and Sky.
[edit] Reviews
- Amel Larrieux has a playful vocals which is jazz inflected. Her writing style is genius. She offers funky jams and infectious beats. --Mimi 11:00, 30 August 2008 (PST)
